Materials Test Technician

2 Months ago • All levels • Quality Assurance

Job Summary

Job Description

Tesla's Materials Engineering Group in Berlin seeks a Materials Test Technician to contribute to the development of next-generation products. Responsibilities include materials characterization using advanced techniques (microscopy, thermal analysis, mechanical testing), conducting reliability tests (environmental aging, UV weathering, corrosion testing), sample preparation (machining, heat treating, metallographic preparation), equipment maintenance and calibration, establishing efficient lab workflows, collaborating with engineers, and documenting test results. The ideal candidate possesses an apprenticeship or equivalent training in Materials Testing or a related field, strong practical skills, and excellent communication abilities.
Must have:
  • Apprenticeship in Materials Testing or related field
  • Experience with advanced testing techniques
  • Proficient in sample preparation and lab equipment handling
  • Excellent documentation and communication skills
Good to have:
  • Experience with microscopy, thermal analysis, mechanical testing
  • Experience with reliability testing (environmental aging, UV, corrosion)

Job Details

What to Expect

As a Materials Test Technician, you will be an integral part of Tesla’s Materials Engineering Group, helping to revolutionize the next generation of products. The role will focus on materials prototyping, characterization, and lab operations. The position is based in Berlin, Germany.

Als Werkstoffprüfer/ Materialprüfer/ Techniker Materialprüfungstechniker sind Sie ein fester Bestandteil der Materials Engineering Group von Tesla Engineering Germany GmbH und tragen dazu bei, die nächste Generation von Produkten zu revolutionieren. Der Schwerpunkt der Tätigkeit liegt auf der Herstellung von Prototypen, der Charakterisierung und dem Laborbetrieb. Die Stelle ist in Berlin, Deutschland, zu besetzen.

What You’ll Do
  • Perform materials characterization using advanced techniques like microscopy (LOM, SEM/EDS), thermal analysis (DSC, TGA), and mechanical testing (tension, compression, bending)
  • Conduct reliability tests such as environmental aging, UV weathering, and corrosion testing to understand how materials perform in real-world applications
  • Prepare samples for testing, including raw material processing, machining, heat treating, metallographic sample preparation, and adhesive lap shear preparation
  • Manage, maintain, and calibrate materials lab equipment to ensure the generation of accurate, trustworthy results
  • Establish efficient lab workflows to support fast-paced materials research and development
  • Collaborate with engineers to ensure that experiments run smoothly, provide insights into test results, and help us develop and improve testing processes


  • Sie führen Materialcharakterisierungen durch, indem Sie fortschrittliche Techniken wie Mikroskopie (LOM, SEM/EDS), thermische Analyse (DSC, TGA) und mechanisch-technologische Prüfungen (Zug, Druck, Biegung) anwenden
  • Durchführung von Zuverlässigkeitstests wie Materialdegradierung durch Umwelteinflüsse (UV, und Korrosion) , um Materialverhalten unter realen Bedingungen zu simulieren
  • Probenvorbereitung für Tests, einschließlich der Verarbeitung von Rohmaterial, der maschinellen Bearbeitung, der Wärmebehandlung, der metallografischen Präparation und der Vorbereitung von Scherproben für Klebstoffuntersuchungen
  • Sie verwalten, warten und kalibrieren die Geräte des Werkstofflabors, um zuverlässige Ergebnisse zu erzielen.
  • Sie bestimmen und setzen effiziente Arbeitsabläufe im Labor um, die zur Unterstützung der schnelllebigen Materialforschung und -entwicklung notwendig sind
  • Mit den Entwicklungsingenieuren erarbeiten Sie einen reibungslosen Ablauf der Versuchsprogramme und helfen mit den zuverlässigen Testergebnissen das Wissen zu vertiefen und die richtigen Entscheidungen treffen
  • Mit Ihrem Knowhow helfen Sie auch die Testverfahren zu optimieren oder sogar neu zu entwickeln

What You’ll Bring
  • Apprenticeship or equivalent training in Materials Testing, Mechanical Testing, or a similar field
  • A curious mindset and genuine interest in learning new techniques, equipment, and materials
  • Skilled and confident in working with tools, machinery, and test setups, with a passion for hands-on work
  • Experience in documenting test procedures, results, and observations with precision and accuracy
  • Ability to effectively handle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build strong working relationships across teams
  • Eligible to work in Germany

Candidates with a completed higher university degree (Bachelor/Master/Ph.D. in Materials Engineering) are encouraged to apply to Materials Test Engineering roles.

  • Eine abgeschlossene Berufsausbildung oder eine gleichwertige Ausbildung als Techniker in der Werkstofftechnik, Materialprüfung, Metallografie, oder einem ähnlichen Bereich
  • Neugierde und echtes Interesse am Erlernen neuer Techniken, Geräte und Materialien
  • Geschickter und sicherer Umgang mit Werkzeugen, Maschinen und Versuchsaufbauten, mit einer Leidenschaft für praktische Arbeit
  • Erfahrung im Dokumentieren von Prüfverfahren, Ergebnissen und Beobachtungen mit der jeweils nötigen Präzision und Genauigkeit
  • Fähigkeit Prioritäten zu setzen, Fristen einzuhalten und selbstständig und unabhängig zu arbeiten
  • Ausgezeichnete zwischenmenschliche und kommunikative Fähigkeiten und Arbeitsweisen im internationalen und interdisziplinären Umfeld

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